Stocks to Buy

Whether you are a novice who just opened your first 401k or you are a seasoned investor, you have to spend countless hours researching stocks to buy. Who has that kind of time? We do. Powered by a diverse group of perspectives formed from dozens of analysts, advisors and strategists, our stories digest the day’s biggest headlines to uncover which stocks you should buy.

6 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

 

6 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy Now

 

10 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of ten Commercial Banking stocks are better this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these stocks has an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy") rating.

3 Diversified Telecommunication Services Stocks to Buy Now

Three Diversified Telecommunication Services stocks are moving up in their overall rating this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these is graded an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

4 Commercial Services Stocks to Buy Now

This week, four Commercial Services stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — CLGX CAB AOL and more

This week, these ten stocks, all currently earning A's ("strong buy") on Portfolio Grader, have the best year-to-date performance. Since the beginning of the year, the Nasdaq 19.7%, the Dow rose 10.4%, and the S&P is up 14.8%.

3 Ways to Play the Strength in Mid-Caps

Here are picks for individual stocks, ETFs and a mutual fund as a way to ride mid caps as they continue to outshine large and small-cap stocks.

4 Stocks With Strong Earnings Momentum — CRAY BRP NTK CBST

This week, these four stocks have the best ratings in Earnings Momentum, one of the eight Fundamental Categories on Portfolio Grader.

4 Tobacco Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 4 Tobacco stocks are better this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these stocks has an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy") rating.

Is It Time to Take a Trip on Carnival?

Carnival's third-quarter earnings weren't anything to brag about, but long-term, the cruise operator looks like a solid travel-oriented holding.

Should I Buy Google Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

As the search giant sets new highs -- is it too late to join the fray? Despite some quibbles, the stock has too much going for it to justify avoiding it.

9 Health Care Provider Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of nine Health Care Provider stocks are better this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these stocks has an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy") rating.

5 Stocks With Prime Earnings Growth — GCO XXIA GA TVL MLNX

 

5 Stocks With Strong Cash Flow — XIN ZA CRAY RCII TVL

This week, these five stocks have the best ratings in Cash Flow, one of the eight Fundamental Categories on Portfolio Grader.

2012 Won’t Be CAT’s Year. But Stick Around

Have patience: Caterpillar's bargain valuation still makes it a long-term buy, despite its admission that the nearer term is looking much glummer than expected.

4 Financial Services Stocks to Buy Now

This week, four Financial Services stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

4 Building Products Stocks to Buy Now

This week, four Building Products stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

4 Distributors Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of four Distributors stocks are on the rise this week on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

5 Best Sectors to Watch This Week

The Tobacco, Water Utilities, Household Products, Infrastructure, and Leisure Goods sectors are showing strength this week, according to Portfolio Grader.